Florence: Architecture
Places and attractions in the Architecture category
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Florence Baptistery
Landmark marble-clad religious monument Florence Baptistery, known as the Baptistery of Saint John, is an architectural marvel located in the heart of Florence, Italy. This octagonal building is one of the oldest structures in the city, with its construction dating back to the 4th or 5th century.
San Miniato al Monte
Striking medieval basilica on a hilltop Perched atop one of the highest points in Florence, Italy, San Miniato al Monte stands as a serene guardian overlooking the bustling cityscape. This historic church is not only a spiritual sanctuary but also a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, dating back to the...
Loggia dei Lanzi
Arched, open building alive with statues Nestled in the heart of Florence, the Loggia dei Lanzi is an architectural marvel and an open-air sculpture gallery of antique and Renaissance art. Situated on the Piazza della Signoria, this loggia serves as a stunning backdrop to the bustling square, offering a...
Spedale degli Innocenti
Orphanage with portico by Brunelleschi The Spedale degli Innocenti, nestled in the heart of Florence, Italy, is a historic building that holds a unique place in the city's rich tapestry of art and humanitarianism. Founded in the early 15th century as an orphanage, it is recognized as one of the earliest...
Orsanmichele
Church in former 14th-century granary Orsanmichele, nestled in the bustling heart of Florence, Italy, is a church that encapsulates the city's rich history and dedication to artistic beauty. Erected on the site of the city's former grain market, Orsanmichele is an architectural marvel that seamlessly...
Cappelle Medicee
Tombs of the powerful Tuscan dynasty The Medici Chapels, or Cappelle Medicee, serve as a monumental homage to the Medici family's legacy, nestled within the vibrant historical tapestry of Florence, Italy. This museum, a part of the Basilica of San Lorenzo, is renowned for housing the grandiose tombs of...
Palazzo Corsini
The Palazzo Corsini is a monumental palace located on Via del Parione #11, with a facade towards the Arno River, in Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy.
Florence Charterhouse
1300s hilltop monastery for guided tours Florence Charterhouse is a charterhouse, or Carthusian monastery, located in the Florence suburb of Galluzzo, in central Italy. The building is a walled complex located on Monte Acuto, at the point of confluence of the Ema and Greve rivers.
Ognissanti
Baroque church with Botticelli frescoes The chiesa di San Salvatore di Ognissanti or more simply chiesa di Ognissanti, is a Franciscan church located on the piazza of the same name in central Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy. Founded by the lay order of the Umiliati, the church was dedicated to all the saints and martyrs, known and unknown.
Palazzo Gondi
Palazzo Gondi is a palace in Florence, Italy, located a block from Piazza della Signoria. It was built in 1490 under design by Giuliano da Sangallo, who was inspired by other major works of stately buildings in the city, such as Palazzo Medici and Palazzo Strozzi.
Palazzo Spini Feroni
Palazzo Spini Ferroni is a large Gothic palace located along Via de' Tornabuoni at the corner of Piazza Santa Trinita, in central Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy. It stands across from the church of Santa Trinita.
Basilica della Santissima Annunziata
Art-filled church known for its frescoes The Basilica della Santissima Annunziata is a Renaissance-style, Catholic minor basilica in Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy. This is considered the mother church of the Servite Order. It is located at the northeastern side of the Piazza Santissima Annunziata near the city center.
Palazzo dei Cartelloni
Palazzo dei Cartelloni, also known as Palazzo Viviani, is a Baroque-style palace in Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy.
Arco di Trionfo
The Triumphal Arch of the Lorraine located in Piazza della Libertà in Florence, Italy, is an 18th-century, monumental triumphal arch, bypassed by the viali di Circonvallazione that skirt Florence through the space once girded by its 16th-century walls.
Demidoff Chapel of San Donato
The Cappella Demidoff di San Donato, or Demidoff Chapel of San Donato, is occupied at present by the Church of Christ in Florence, and is found on via San Donato.
Piazza de' Rucellai
The Piazza de' Rucellai is a piazza in Florence, Italy, home to the Palazzo Rucellai and its loggia, both designed by Leon Battista Alberti. It is a small triangular square.
Palazzo di San Clemente
Palazzo di San Clemente is a residential palace in Florence, Italy.
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